Best Madalyn Sklar Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 24: From Back Pain to Botanicals: Alexander Karp’s Kratom Journey 1:07:19

5h ago1:07:19

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In this insightful episode, we dive into the transformative impact of Kratom on Alexander Karp's life—an engineer turned Kratom advocate and entrepreneur. As co-founder of ETHA Natural Botanicals, Karp shares his journey from experiencing chronic back pain to finding substantial relief through Kratom. This led him down a path of deep curiosity abou…

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Ep 23: Transforming Lives with Victor Chung of ETHA Botanicals 46:16

7d ago46:16

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In this riveting conversation with Victor Chung, co-founder and CEO of ETHA Botanicals, we learn he is deeply rooted in compassion and a desire to make a difference in the world. On a mission to solve his chronic pain, Victor's journey into the heart of the Kratom industry uncovers not just personal healing but also groundbreaking innovation. ETHA …

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Ep 22: Amanda Schuchardt, A Chronic Pain Warrior's Story 58:26

14d ago58:26

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In this compelling episode, Amanda Schuchardt, a chronic pain advocate and avid storyteller on TikTok, shares her transformative journey with Kratom. As someone who has grappled with the debilitating effects of chronic pain and the challenges of traditional pain management, Amanda provides an insightful look into how this plant has offered her not …

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Ep 21: Breaking Free with Kratom: Jennifer VanBlunk's Journey 43:13

21d ago43:13

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We dive into the transformative journey of Jennifer VanBlunk, a long-time Kratom user whose life was drastically changed by this botanical wonder. Jennifer shares her compelling story, from the depths of prescription opioid dependence following a severe injury in the military to discovering Kratom for recovery and pain management. With nearly a dec…

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Ep 20: A Life Reclaimed: Twinkle VanFleet's Path to Wellness 46:03

28d ago46:03

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In this heartfelt episode, we dive deep into the transformative journey of Twinkle VanFleet, a chronic pain warrior and passionate Kratom advocate. She shares the gripping narrative of how Kratom became her lifeline, offering solace from a life once dominated by unbearable pain, pharmaceuticals, alcohol dependence, and the brink of despair. Twinkle…

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Ep 19: Chronic Pain Advocate Brandy Novicka and Her Kratom Discovery 47:31

1M ago47:31

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In this empowering episode, I sit down with Brandy Novicka, a fervent advocate for the chronic pain community. Faced with a critical shortage of her prescribed pain medication due to widespread pharmacy outages, Brandy turned to Kratom as an alternative pain management solution. Her narrative is a compelling tale of embracing the relief that Kratom…

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Ep 18: The Healing Leaf: Heidi Sykora's Path to Kratom 52:44

1M ago52:44

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We explore the life-changing journey of Heidi Sykora, a dedicated Kratom advocate and healthcare professional. Battling with chronic pain and complex medical history from a young age, Heidi's transition into a world with less pain began with her introduction to Kratom by her son. Her experience sheds light on the profound impact this botanical has …

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Ep 17: Kratom Conversations: Exploring Alternatives with John Newmark 55:51

2M ago55:51

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In this episode, I have an enlightening conversation with John Newmark, M.S., LPC., a psychotherapist who shares his personal journey with Kratom. John's exploration into this plant began as a search for an alternative treatment for his chronic pain and that path led him to discover its myriad benefits. This chat underscores the multifaceted benefi…

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Ep 16: From Addiction to Innovation: The Blate Papes Journey with Harrison Cohen 45:02

2M ago45:02

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Harrison Cohen, CEO and co-founder of Blate Co., the makers of Blate Papes, shares his transformative journey from battling opioid addiction and body image issues to discovering and utilizing Kratom as a pivotal tool in his recovery. Harrison's story illuminates his early interest in health and fitness, leading him down a path of substance explorat…

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Ep 15: Finding Relief Naturally: Christopher Deaney's Kratom Experience 44:42

2M ago44:42

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In this episode, we explore Christopher Deaney's journey with Kratom, highlighting its profound impact on his pain management. After years of relying on traditional medical treatments with limited success, Christopher discovered Kratom, which provided him not just relief, but a newfound sense of vitality and well-being. We dive into the transformat…

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Ep 14: Kratom Chronicles: Chai's Story of Recovery and Renewal 39:25

2M ago39:25

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In this inspiring episode of Kratom Stories, I talk with Chai, also known as Aisha, a registered nurse who has witnessed a remarkable transformation thanks to Kratom. Her journey begins with a struggle against alcoholism, depression, and an eating disorder, leading to multiple relapses even after managing brief periods of sobriety. Kratom entered h…

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Ep 13: Leaf of Life: Advocating for Kratom with Jennifer Dzikowski 44:51

3M ago44:51

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In this impactful episode, I sit down with Jennifer Dzikowski, a passionate advocate and vocal critic of the restrictions surrounding this botanical wonder. Jennifer shares her personal journey with Kratom, highlighting its significant role in her battle with pain, an ordeal that conventional medicine and opioids failed to resolve. Her story is not…

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Ep 12: The Kratom Guy Mike Overstreet: Unveiling a Path from Pain & Addiction to Advocacy 51:05

3M ago51:05

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In this installment of Kratom Stories, I sit down with Mike Overstreet, popularly known as The Kratom Guy. He opens up about his transition from a harrowing battle with opioid dependency to finding solace and pain relief in Kratom. Sharing a universally resonant struggle of managing chronic pain post a wrestling injury, Mike's personal narrative po…

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Ep 11: Kratom: A Game-Changer for Chronic Pain Sufferers Like Deborah E 49:57

3M ago49:57

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Deborah E, a long-time friend of mine, shares her life-changing experience with Kratom in this episode. Struggling with chronic pain for over a decade, she turned to prescription painkillers like Oxycodone and Gabapentin for relief. However, these medications led to numerous side effects, leaving Deborah in search of a better solution. Upon hearing…

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Ep 10: From Pain to Power: A Kratom Transformation with Dru Clay 45:12

3M ago45:12

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In this engaging episode, I sit down with Dru Clay (High Fight IQ), who shares his transformative journey from dependency on pharmaceuticals to discovering Kratom—a natural alternative that brought significant relief to his chronic pain and sports injuries. Struggling initially due to lack of information, Dru recounts his self-taught understanding …

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Ep 9: From Gaslit to Relief: Kratom's Healing Power with Truther Nurse 48:55

3M ago48:55

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In this episode, I invite Kristen Granger, known as Truther Nurse on social media, to discuss the profound impact Kratom has had on her life. Kristen, previously a nurse who experienced debilitating pain, was initially gaslit and misdiagnosed by doctors. Her journey for answers culminated in a lupus and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome diagnosis. Frustrated …

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Ep 8: Turning Over a New Leaf: Jordan Richard's Kratom Redemption 41:28

4M ago41:28

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In a heartfelt interview with Jordan Richard of New Hope Botanicals, we dive into the transformative power of Kratom. He shares his journey of renewal and recovery, crediting Kratom as a fundamental ally. He went from a harrowing cycle of opioid addiction to a life filled with purpose and passion. Jordan underscores the plant's role as a pivotal to…

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Ep 7: From Despair to Hope: How Kratom Transformed Dijon Evans' Life 38:18

4M ago38:18

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In this captivating episode of the Kratom Stories podcast, guest Dijon Evans shares her incredible journey with Kratom. Despite facing multiple amputations and a terminal diagnosis, she discovered that Kratom saved her life, providing hope and pain relief amid severe health conditions such as full-body CRPS and trigeminal neuralgia. Dijon emphasize…

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Ep 6: Navigating Through Addiction: Wade Harman's Kratom Story 42:11

4M ago42:11

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Tune into this gripping episode of the Kratom Stories podcast as your host, Madalyn Sklar, engages Wade Harman in an eye-opening conversation. Wade, who is not just the founder of Botanical Family (also dubbed the Kratom Family) but also a triumphant example of overcoming addiction, shares details of his transformative journey. You'll hear the deep…

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Ep 5: Crohn's Disease and the Healing Power of Kratom: A Conversation with Emily 33:59

4M ago33:59

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In this episode, I sit down with Emily who is known as Botanical Queens on social media and is well-recognized as a passionate Kratom advocate. Her journey using this natural remedy in her battle against Crohn's disease drove her to create an online community of enthusiasts and beginners alike. Emily strives to educate through her informative video…

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Ep 4: Dispelling Kratom Myths and Advocating Sensible Use with Brian Gallagher 41:01

5M ago41:01

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In this episode of the Kratom Stories Podcast, I interview Brian Gallagher from Kratom Science, a blog and podcast actively devoted to debunking myths and providing informed perspectives about Kratom. His in-depth understanding of this botanical comes from diligent self-study, expert interviews, and insights from everyday Kratom users. Brian offers…

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Ep 3: Jennifer Gillis' Journey: From Despair to Relief with Kratom in Her Battle Against Chronic Pain 43:00

5M ago43:00

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In this episode of the Kratom Stories Podcast, I speak with Jennifer Gillis, a long-term sufferer of Transverse Myelitis. Despite the powerful opioids prescribed to her, relief was fleeting until 2019, when a friend introduced her to Kratom. Skeptical yet desperate, Jennifer tried it and found herself experiencing substantial relief within two week…

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Ep 2: Embracing Kratom: Misty Brown's Journey from Addiction to Advocacy 38:57

5M ago38:57

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Join us on a transformative journey with Misty Brown where she shares how chronic pain led her to opioid and cocaine addiction. Then a chance encounter with the documentary, A Leaf of Faith, introduced her to Kratom. Purchasing her first batch from a local vendor, she found this plant to be a balm for her cravings and pain, helping her regain contr…

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Ep 1: My Kratom Story: How a Plant Transformed My Pain to Power 33:00

5M ago33:00

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Welcome to the first episode of "Kratom Stories" with me, your host, Madalyn Sklar. If you've ever battled chronic pain, you know how tough of a fight it is. For more than a decade, I've been in the trenches of degenerative disc disease, relying heavily on prescription opioids that came with their fair share of issues. From the societal stigmas to …

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Kratom Stories: A Prelude to the Impactful Tales of a Remarkable Plant 2:13

9M ago2:13

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Hi, I'm Madalyn Sklar and I have some exciting news to share. I've been passionately working on a new project that I'm ready to tell you all about. You know, over the years, I've connected with so many people who have benefited from this remarkable, but often misunderstood plant called Kratom. Their stories are inspiring and at times, heart-wrenchi…

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Four Smart Social Secrets to Grow Your Community 29:15:00

4y ago29:15:00

29:15:00

In the last episode, Madalyn shared how she launched her online course, the #TwitterSmarter Masterclass. In this episode, Kami is sharing a bit about her upcoming Smart Social Secrets course. She'll talk about why she wanted to launch her first big course and give us an overview of it. Kami also shares how she'll promote Smart Social Secrets. Podca…

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A Preview of the TwitterSmarter Masterclass 24:06:00

4y ago24:06:00

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The next two episodes are follow-on episodes to Episode 125: How to Create an Online Course for Your Community. We are going behind the scenes of our courses to talk about how and why we have created them. Madalyn is first up, sharing how she built and marketed her #TwitterSmarter Masterclass. Podcast show notes available at https://communitiesthat…

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How to Create an Online Course for Your Community 19:39:00

4y ago19:39:00

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If you worry that you don’t know enough to teach something you’re knowledgeable about, just know there’s a course in everyone and everyone is a master at something. In this episode, we share our five steps to creating your own course. We talk about choosing a topic and audience, outlining your course, how you'll give it, your learning platform, and…

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78. Twitter Tips on Personal Branding and Social Selling, with Nick Martin 32:11

4y ago32:11

32:11

“A good way to start growing your brand and finding your people on Twitter is to combine your general passion and your general interest and try to find a specific niche within.” – Nick Martin Nick Martin is Hootsuite‘s social engagement specialist. He oversees Hootsuite’s online community engagements and coaches all new hires on how to maximize the…

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How to Deal With Online Trolls 43:13:00

4y ago43:13:00

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In this episode, we interview Andrea Weckerle, Founder of CiviliNation and the author of the book Civility in the Digital Age: How Companies and People Can Triumph over Haters, Trolls, Bullies and Other Jerks. We talk all about trolls and how you can deal with them in your community. Podcast show notes are available at https://communitiesthatconver…

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How to Get Things Done Faster 27:29:00

4y ago27:29:00

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In this episode, Madalyn and Kami share how they get things done faster by becoming super organized, putting a system in place, and asking for help. Podcast show notes are available at http://communitiesthatconvert.com/episode123

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Review of StreamYard for Video Live Streaming 24:48:00

4y ago24:48:00

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In this episode, Kami Huyse shares how she is using StreamYard. She also answers a bunch of questions so you can learn all the ins and outs of this great live stream tool. Podcast show notes available at https://communitiesthatconvert.com/episode122

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Remove These 6 Stumbling Blocks to Your Success 32:27:00

4y ago32:27:00

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In this episode, we share six stumbling blocks to your success and how to remove them. We'll show you how to re-frame and channel that energy into the task at hand. Stumbling Block #1: Fear of being criticized Stumbling Block #2: Fear of being overwhelmed Stumbling Block #3: Fear of change Stumbling Block #4: Fear of the impact on loved ones Stumbl…

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How to Connect with Your Tribe with Next Level Engagement 43:11:00

4+ y ago43:11:00

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In this episode, we share 4 supercharged methods for reaching out to people on your list once or twice per year. You can change the method each time to keep it interesting. Method #1: Handwritten notes Method #2: Custom GIFs Method #3: Send a Personalized Video Method #4: Unexpected Gifts Podcast show notes available at https://communitiesthatconve…

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The 2+2 Engagement Formula to Grow Your Social Influence Fast 25:22:00

4+ y ago25:22:00

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In this episode, we show you how to grow your social influence in just two steps: two conversations and two comments per day. Step #1: Commit to two conversations per day Step #2: Commit to two replies or comments per day Podcast show notes at http://communitiesthatconvert.com/episode119

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Six Ways to Create a Welcoming Online Community 20:32:00

4+ y ago20:32:00

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We came up with 6 ways we like to create a welcoming environment for our community. #1: Accountability Pairing 🗣️🗣️ #2: Friends of Friends 👭 #3: Livestreams 📹 #4: Ask for Opinions 💬 #5: Tagging in Your Groups 🏷️@ #6: Welcoming Committee (The Welcome Wagon) 🤝 Tune in to hear our take on this. Podcast show notes available at https://communitiesthatco…

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77. How to Find Inspiration for Creating Twitter Content, with Janet Machuka 26:07

4+ y ago26:07

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“Focus on the audience. Who are you talking to? Why are you talking to them? Are you trying to make them reply? Look at those things to see what you want to be known for.” – Janet Machuka Janet Machuka is a digital marketing manager at Sparks Corporates and the founder of #AfricaTweetChat, which runs every Wednesday at 9pm East Africa Time. That’s …

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Showcase Your Members to Grow Your Community 33:16:00

4+ y ago33:16:00

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The best way to get praise from others is to praise them first. Plus, it builds a strong community. In today’s episode, we break down seven examples of how you can adopt this in your business, feature your community and grow your influence. Podcast show notes available at http://communitiesthatconvert.com/episode117…

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76. How to Create an Awesome Twitter Content Marketing Strategy, with Todd Giannattasio 29:44

4+ y ago29:44

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”Engaging with insights makes you more followable and it helps you build better relationships, whether that's your audience or strategic partners.” – Todd Giannattasio Todd Giannattasio is a veteran marketing expert who has been featured by Entrepreneur, Forbes, and Huffington Post for his proven systems to grow brands, generate leads, and increase…

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